18DE004 - Nitrous Oxide Sedation Monitoring

Dec 9, 2017
ClosedDentistry

Description

This lecture/lab is designed to fulfill the NC State Board of Dental Examiner's educational requirement for dental hygienists and dental assistants to monitor N20/O2. Completion of this course will certify dental auxiliary staff to monitor patients receiving nitrous oxide sedation and will serve as a refresher for dentists. Demonstration lab at the MAHEC Dental Health Center is included in the course day.

Target Audience

Dentists, Dental Assistants & Dental Hygienists

Objectives

Recall the history and characteristics of Nitrous Oxide Sedation

Discuss the pharmacology and respiratory physiology of Nitrous Oxide, including the uptake and distribution of gases